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Patent GB-189901796-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Acetylene Generator.
Inventor: HILBERG EMIL
Filed: 1899-01-26
Granted: 1899-03-11
Abstract: 1796. Hilberg, E. Jan. 26. Acetylene.-Relates to generators in which the carbide is supplied automatically, and the pressure in the generator remains constant. The generator c is provided with a carbide receptacle k having a charging-opening f, a suspended cone h, stirring- arms w, and a spring sliding discharge valve n. Opening into the chamber is a cylinder i containing a piston z, pressed inwards by the spring g and outwards by the pressure of the gas. The piston has an inwardly-projecting rod s<1>, and an outer nut s, whereby it can be screwed up and thus prevented from moving. A water inlet p and outlet a are provided. The carbide is fed by the rod s<1> moving the slide valve n to its open position ; a rack mounted on the valve engages a pinion on the shaft of which the arms w are mounted, and these arms in addition to the finger t on the valve prevent the carbide from becoming caked. The carbide falls into the water through the opening o<1> Gas escapes by the opening o<2>, the filter z<2>, pipe l, and, if desired, an additional filtering or drying device at u. As the generation or pressure of gas increases, the piston is driven outwards, thus allowing the valve to shut under the action of the spring e ; as the generation or pressure decreases, it moves inwards, and again actuates the valve n. Two or more pistons may be used. In a modification, the valve n has a grip with which engages a pinion. The valve thereby forces the carbide through the spaces between the bars.
Patent GB-189904631-A (GB)
Title: Improved Stiffened and Perforated Lining Material for Garments.
Inventor: SCHWAMM CHRISTIAN WILHELM
Filed: 1899-03-02
Granted: 1899-09-02
Abstract: 4631. Schwamm, C. W. March 2. Drawings to Specification. Materials, special; waterproof hats.-Relates to a stiff or resilient moisture-proof lining for garments. It consists of a woven fabric which is provided with a number of perforations and is coated on one or both sides with a solution of celluloid, rubber, or the like, or is impregnated with the same material, or the fabric is made from yarn which has been so impregnated. The waterproof solution may be laid on in a plaid-like pattern, so as to leave some parts of the fabric uncoated. The material may be employed in the manufacture of hats, as a substitute for straw hats and ladies' hat shapes.
Patent GB-189906904-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in connection with Boot and Shoe Heels.
Inventor: HAMMOND WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-03-30
Granted: 1899-05-06
Abstract: 6904. Hammond, W. March 30. Heel protectors; slipping, preventing.-A block of india-rubber of segmental or crescent form is placed in a corresponding opening in the top-piece of the heel. It is held in place by a lip or flange fitting under the top-piece.
Patent GB-189909231-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Carriers for Pneumatic Dispatch Tubes.
Inventor: BATCHELLER BIRNEY CLARK
Filed: 1899-05-02
Granted: 1899-07-29
Abstract: 9231. Batcheller, B. C. May 2. Fastenings.-In carriers of pneumatic-despatch apparatus, the plate lid F, having a flange F<1> and hinged to the carrier, is secured by three internal sliding bolts G, G', and G', which radiate from an eccentric turn-pin J having an external handle P, and are operated simultaneously by three eccentrics on the turn-pin. Only when the bolts are shot dies the hand-lever lie within the circle of the lid, and the bolts can only be shot when the lid is closed, because otherwise a pivoted detent N, N' in a bracket M engages a cam K on the turn-pin.
Patent GB-189909935-A (GB)
Title: Improved System of and Means for the Storage, Preservation, and Transport of Heat for Heating, Cooking, and other Purposes.
Inventor: JOLY CELESTE
Filed: 1899-05-11
Granted: 1900-03-24
Abstract: 9935. Joly, C., and Millar, C. C. H. May 11. Steam generation by molten metals &c.- Relates to the storage, preservation, and transport of heat, or latent heat, for heating and other purposes, including steam generation for the production of power. A suitable substance melted and enclosed in a transportable case is used as the heatgiver. Non-conducting coverings are employed to prevent loss of heat. In the steam generators shown in Figs. 2 and 3, the heating - substance is stored in the vessel 1, and parts with its heat to the water above or surrounding it, the walls 3, 5, and 6 being of non-conductors. The boilers may be portable. The heat and storing vessels 1 are renewed as required, and may be " preserved " in insulated compartments.
Patent GB-189910447-A (GB)
Title: Improved Relieving Gear for Weighbridges.
Inventor: MACKAY THOMAS JOSEPH
Filed: 1899-05-18
Granted: 1900-05-05
Abstract: 10,447. Mackay, T. J. May 18. Relieving-mechanism.-Platform weigh-bridges for rolling stock are fitted with relieving-mechanism as shown in side elevation in Fig. 1. The ordinary operating-lever c is connected to a balance weight d by a chain d'. To increase or lessen the effect of the balance weight d, an auxiliary weight. w, carried on an arm h pivoted to a bracket k, is rocked to one or other side of the bracket by means of a lever e. The arm of the auxiliary weight rests on a stop q or q<1> on an arm o pivoted to the bracket and connected to the chain d<1>, so that the assisting or retarding pull of the auxiliary weight is transmitted through the arm o to the balance weight.
Patent GB-189913669-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Motor-propelled Vehicles.
Inventor: LATHAM ERNEST
Filed: 1899-07-01
Granted: 1900-05-05
Abstract: 13,669. Latham, E. July 1. Motor road vehicles.-Relates to motor-propelled vehicles of the kind comprising two carriage or vehicle frames articulated together by means of a vertical pivot in the manner described in Specification No. 14,028, A.D. 1898. The invention is shown as applied to a steam-propelled vehicle, but is also applicable to electrical propulsion. The vehicle frames a, t, one of which carries the boiler s and long-cylinder engine m and the other a wagon, omnibus, or other body, are jointed together at r, and are furnished with a pair of steering-wheels p near the point of connection. The wheels of both portions of the compound vehicle are driven, the wheels b by chain gear from the engine shaft k, and the wheels w either by rope or other gearing from the engine shaft k, or by separate motor cylinders. Steam may be conveyed to the latter cylinders from the boiler s by flexible and articulated pipes z, and the exhaust is conducted to the smoke-box or condenser by similar pipes z<3>. The engines m and y are arranged to work compound, low-pressure steam only being supplied to the cylinders y, and the engine m is alone made reversible, the high - pressure exhaust being allowed to escape during reverse running, and the engine y being thereby temporarily put out of action.
Patent GB-189913844-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Compound Metal Tubes.
Inventor: EVERSON GEORGE HARKER
Filed: 1899-07-04
Granted: 1899-08-05
Abstract: 13,844. Everson, G. H. July 4. Metal tubes plates, securing tubes to; jointmaking packing. - Compound metal tubes for steam generators, feedwater-heaters, hot-water heaters, and similar apparatus are made by lining or coating each tube with a thin metal tube, preferably made of copper, which resists corrosion by the water &c. and also prevents the corrosion of the principal tube. The iron or steel tube A is lined with a copper tube B, which is turned over at the end C and folded backwards. The tube is secured in a boiler-head or plate D, and by means of a tubeexpander the annular rib E is formed. The tube is further secured in the plate by its end F being upset against the plate. The backwardly-turned portion of the lining tube serves as a gasket for the joint. Flue tubes are made with an outside copper tube.
Patent GB-189916552-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Finishing Nuts.
Inventor: DETRICK JACOB STOLL
Filed: 1899-08-15
Granted: 1900-04-21
Abstract: 16,552. Detrick, J. S., and Easby, F. H. Aug. 15. Lathes.-A machine for facing and chamfering nuts has a main spindle B driven from a cone shaft E either through wheels I, K to give a slow cutting speed or through wheels H, J to give a quick reverse speed. Either of the wheels J, K can be connected to the spindle by a clutch M operated by an eccentric pin k through a handlever r or treadle o. A mandrel D for holding the nuts has a screwed nose, between which and a collar b<1> is a reduced neck, on which a washer w freely fits. The collar and washer have convex and concave bearing-surfaces respectively, so that a nut may have a firm seat should the face be out of square with the thread. A chuck N is freely mounted on the spindle, and has interchangeable bushings t to fit various sizes of nuts. A brake shoe 0 on a lever P, pivoted to move both vertically and horizontally, has a tooth g<1> which can engage a notch in a collar on the chuck to prevent it from reversely rotating. The cutters i<1>, which may be arranged to chamfer the outside edge, as well as the edge of the hole, and to face the nut, are carried by a block T secured in a slide R, which is operated by a lever A<1> through a shaft U, lever V, and link W, pivoted to a screw B', adjustably locked on the slide. The forward position of the slide is determined by the adjustment of the screw B<1> and the contact of the lever V with a stop k<1>. To start the machine, the chuck is mnved outwards by the lever P and checked by the brake, while a nut is inserted in the bushing. The chuck, while checked, is moved backwards to screw the nut on the mandrel. The slide is then moved forward, and the nut faced and chamfered. The clutch M is then reversed, and the chuck held by the tooth g<1> to unscrew the nut, which falls down a shoot E<1> into a receptacle I<1>. The slide R is returned by a weighted arm and has a tray D' to hold the nuts to be faced. The standard A is made to serve as a tool &c. cupboard. Lubricant is supplied through a pipe G<1> by a circulating-pump F<1>.
Patent GB-189921782-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Portable Mechanical Turnip Pulping and Cutting Apparatus.
Inventor: DAVY RICHARD
Filed: 1899-10-31
Granted: 1900-02-03
Abstract: 21,782. Davy, R. Oct. 31. Cutting and slicing roots.-Relates to improvements upon the turnip-cutting machine described in Specification No. 9242, A.D. 1898, and consists in mounting a root-pulping machine c next the root-slicing machine d, and in providing means for driving the root pulper simultaneously with, or independently of, the root slicer. The root pulper and root slicer are driven from pinions g and g<1> respectively, which receive their motion by gearing from the main wheel e. The shafts i and i<1> are connected to the pinion shafts by pin joints at i<2> and i<3>, and, by withdrawing one of these pins, the corresponding shaft can be disconnected, and one of the machines thrown out of work.
Patent GB-189922827-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Registering or Counting Apparatus.
Inventor: DARRAS ALPHONSE JEAN-BAPTISTE
Filed: 1899-11-15
Granted: 1900-09-29
Abstract: 22,827. Darras, A. J.-B. E. May 30, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Counting-apparatus.-Relates to an electricallyactuated counter which is adapted electrically to transmit a signal to a central station after a certain specific number of actuations have taken place. The counting-wheels F, F, F are mounted on sleeves fitted with buttons f<4>, f<4>, f<4>, and are free to be turned in one direction by hand, so that they can be set to the number to be counted. The counter is then worked backwards to zero, when ivory pins f come in contact with springs l<1> and press them against the binding-screws m. Each binding-screw m is connected to the next spring l<1>, and the first binding-screw and the last spring are so connected to the leads of the distant signal, that all the wheels F must come to zero before the circuit is completed. The counter is driven by clockwork by electric impulses received by the magnet I, which oscillate its armature j acting on a double escapement-wheel d<2>. The wheel d' is rigidly connected to a pinion d<1>, which drives the first wheel of the counter by a pawl and ratchetwheel. When the first wheel completes a rotation, two teeth, with a recess between, engage a pinion on a countershaft ; this pinion engages also with a crown-wheel f<2> and turns it one tooth, and the crown-wheel drives the next counting-wheel F by means of a pawl and ratchet-wheel. Similar "carrying mechanism is employed between the next pair of wheels.
Patent GB-189923221-A (GB)
Title: A Self-acting Lubricator or Self-lubricating Axle Box for Trucks, Cars, and the like.
Inventor: LOOSE HUGO
Filed: 1899-11-21
Granted: 1900-01-27
Abstract: 23,221. Loose, H., and Schreyer, G. Nov. 21. Axle-boxes and other axle bearings; axle-boxes &c., lubricating.-Relates to means for lubricating truck &c. axles. Grease or other lubricating-substance, is inserted into the chamber e through holes closed by plugs s. The lubricant finds its way through passages n to the axles a, b. At the outlets of the passages n the bearing-box d closely surrounds the axles, so that escape of lubricant is checked. The lubricant gradually works to the chambers m, and lubricates the journals. Collars v on the axles prevent waste of lubricant.
Patent GB-190005672-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Self-propelled Vehicles and in Velocipedes.
Inventor: RENOUF PHILIP LOUIS
Filed: 1900-03-27
Granted: 1901-04-27
Abstract: 5672. Renouf, P. L., and Renouf, J. March 27. Adjusting on axles; hubs.-Relates to axle bearings for vehicles propelled by motor or human power. The axle bearing shown in Fig. 3 has the hub locked against the cone 0 by the nut N and carried on the axle by the key Q.
Patent GB-190008623-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Device for Propelling and Steering Ships
Inventor: KABATEK FRIEDRICH
Filed: 1900-05-10
Granted: 1901-05-10
Abstract: 8623. Kabatek, F. May 10. Ball-and-socket joints.-In apparatus for propelling and steering by water jets, the nozzle b is mounted on a ball-and-socket joint and turned by means of the upright shaft e.
Patent GB-190008807-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Combined Pile Driver and Crane.
Inventor: SCHOFIELD JOHN
Filed: 1900-05-12
Granted: 1901-03-16
Abstract: 8807. Schofield, J., and Johnson, B. May 12. Cranes.-To adapt travelling cranes of the usual construction for pile-driving, the monkey frame d is secured by stays c, c<1> to the rotating frame of the crane. The frame d, c, c<1> may also be carried by a separate trolley. When it is desired to use two or more monkeys simultaneously, the usual weighted tripping levers are pivoted on a cross-bar suspended from the lifting-chain and adapted to work in a guide in the frame d.
Patent GB-190009256-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Furnace Grates and Grate Bars.
Inventor: TRUESDELL HENRY
Filed: 1900-05-19
Granted: 1900-09-08
Abstract: 9256. Truesdell, H. May 19. Firebars and grates.-The grate bars, Fig. 2, consist of a rectangular frame a and a series of transverse sections b, integral with or connected to the sides of the frame, the under sides of which sections have arch-shaped recesses, a gudgeon f for each end adapted to be journalled in side plates, and a depending lug g to be connected to a bar for rocking the grate bar. Longitudinal corrugations along the top surface of the bar are provided. When the sections b are removable, they are locked in position on the sides a<1> by notches. The side or journal plates, Fig. 7, are trussed, and the dovetailed lug f<4> is fitted to the groove f in the trussed front support plate g<11>, Fig. 8.
Patent GB-190013129-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Moulding Bricks.
Inventor: JAEGER OTTO
Filed: 1900-07-20
Granted: 1900-09-15
Abstract: 13,129. Jaeger, O. July 20. Moulding bricks.-A movable side d of the mould box carries a series of partition plates i for dividing the mould box into compartments, and a series of core rods k for producing perforations in the bricks. The opposite fixed side f of the mould box is recessed to receive the ends of the plates and core rods. A loose bottom plate e rests on a plate r fixed to vertical sliding rods q operated by a treadle s. The side d is mounted on rollers adapted to run in channel-iron guide-rails, and is operated by a lever p and links o. In a modification, the movable side and bottom are operated by hand-wheels, pinions, and racks, and are secured in position by pawls which are kept in engagement with the racks by springs, and can be turned out of action by handles on shafts carrying the pawls.
Patent GB-190015203-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Landau Carriage Front Head Hinge.
Inventor: COLCLOUGH JOHN EVERARD HENRY
Filed: 1900-08-27
Granted: 1901-08-24
Abstract: 15,203. Colclough, J. E. H. Aug. 27. Hoods.-The two ribs or slath-plates a, of the front folding head of a landau carriage, are pivoted to the headjoint b, which is connected to the elbow-rail c by rulejointed links. By t h i s arrangement the lengths of the ribs and head can be shortened.
Patent GB-190023593-A (GB)
Title: A Method of and Apparatus for Actuating Devices on Public Electric Supply or Distribution Systems.
Filed: 1900-12-24
Granted: 1901-11-16
Abstract: 23,593. Wright, A., and Reason Manufacturing Co. Dec. 24. Drawings to Specification. Distributing; switches.-Relates to means, such as described in Specification No. 23,592, A.D. 1900. for actuating various devices, such as multiple-rate meters or maximum-demand indicators, cutting in or out transformers, synchronizing &c. clocks, &c., on or from supply systems without the use of separate wires, but merely through the ordinary supply circuit. In this invention the switching- apparatus is actuated by means of a current which is sent over the wires and is obtained from an auxiliary generator, such as a battery or dynamo. A modified key switch is employed, and is adapted to break the earth connection of the neutral wire and to send intermittent currents over the wires to actuate ratchet mechanism as in the previous case.
Patent GB-190114477-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Machinery or Apparatus for Weighing Tea and other Granular Substances.
Inventor: STUBBS JOHN PEMBERTON
Filed: 1901-07-16
Granted: 1902-07-16
Abstract: 14,477. Stubbs, J. P., and Stubbs, G. M. July 16. Automatic-feed weighers.-Relates to weighing- apparatus of the kind described in Specification No. 25,463, A.D. 1898, in which the feed from the hopper is controlled by trickling-feed and cut-off gates carried by horizontally-sliding spring-actuated rods, which are successively released by the tilting of the beam. According to the present invention, the hopper f, Fig. 1, has a four-sided mouthpiece g, with sloping sides and with a gate k. The gate works on a rocking axis k<1> connected by a link k<5>, Fig. 6, to a pair of rocking levers l, which are joined by a cross-bar l<1> adapted to be acted on bv the cranked ends of the trickling-feed and cut-off rods d, e. Adjusting-studs k<2>, k<6> allow the gate opening to be varied. A worm feed m is rotated by a suitable electrical device, which is thrown into and out of gear by means of a contact-piece m<11> on the cut-off rod d engaging with a fixed terminal m<10> on the framework. A modified adjusting- device for the gate consists of a slotted plate n, Fig. 9, secured by a stud n<3> and having a turnedup end acting as a stop for the lever l, and an adjustable quadrant k<7> is fixed on the gate. The sliding rods may be made adjustable. A modification specially adapted for weighing tea, or flour, &c., requiring a wide-mouthed hopper, is shown in Figs. 12 and 13. The mouthpiece g has four swinging gates h, i, j, k, the side gates having wings so that an octagonal opening, Fig. 12, is produced. A rectangular frame o surrounds the mouthpiece, and can be slid laterally by the sliding rod-actuated levers l. The frame has inclines o<1>, o<2> and an arm o<3> for closing the gates, so that a square discharge aperture is first formed and then the gates k, j are moved together to effect the cut-off. The extent of opening of the gates is adjusted by means of studs o<6>, l<4>. A modification, having an inner set of gates p, q, Fig. 20, is used for weighing tea. The inner gates p, q are similar to the gates described above, and are actuated by rocking levers p<4>, q<4> engaging with inclines o<8> on the frame o. A stirring-screw m may be used and controlled by the electrical mechanism above described.
Patent GB-190120381-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Seams for Sewed Articles or Fabrics.
Inventor: BLANCHARD HELEN AUGUSTA
Filed: 1901-10-11
Granted: 1902-01-16
Abstract: 20,381. Blanchard, H. A. Oct. 11. Sewing knitted fabrics; seams; knitted-fabric sewing-machines; overedge-stitching machines; chainstitching machines; seaming edge-to-edge.-Consists of an improved seam especially applicable for knitted fabrics. The edges to be united are placed together as shown in Fig. 6, and penetrated by two loops a, b of unequal length. The longer loop a, which is the further from the edge, is then turned up so that it and the loop b can be drawn together to the edge, to be enchained with a loop c drawn over the edge from the upper side. On the completion of the sewing, the two portions of fabric are separated, as shown in Fig. 2, which shows an underside view of the completed seam.
Patent GB-190124735-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Administering Nasal Inhalations.
Inventor: ELLIS GEORGE BELOE
Filed: 1901-12-04
Granted: 1902-01-09
Abstract: 24,735. Ellis, G. B., [Lingner, K. A.]. Dec. 4. Inhalers.-Relates to apparatus for nasal inhalations. A flask or vessel in one or two parts is provided with delivery tubes adapted to be inserted in the nostrils. The tubes may be formed in one with the body of the vessel, or may be fitted to a cork or stopper, as shown in Fig. 3. An air inlet and an opening for the introduction of the material to be inhaled are sometimes provided. In the arrangement shown in Fig. 3, air is admitted through a central tube f.
Patent GB-190200077-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method and Means of Registering the Consumption of Electric Current, or other Forms of Energy Developing Heat.
Inventor: ISHAM EDWARD SWIFT
Filed: 1902-01-01
Granted: 1902-02-06
Abstract: 77. Isham, E. S. Jan. 1. Thermometers.-Two compound metal strips 2, 6, each fixed at one end, act oppositely on a lever 8 linked to an arm 17, which may mark on a travelling recording-surface, such as a disc 12 revolved by a clock 13. The link 10 may be compensated for temperature variations by brass and steel rods 15, 16. General temperature variations thus do not affect the arm 17, but heating of one strip only is registered by it. Such heating may be caused by a resistance 1 carrying an electric current to be measured, or by other means. The expansion devices 2, 6 may be of other forms.